2026-2027 College Pathways
Week of October 19, 2026
“...children who are praised for “being smart” often believe that every encounter is a test of whether they really are. So to avoid looking dumb, they resist new challenges and choose the easiest path. By contrast, kids who understand that effort and hard work lead to mastery and growth are more willing to take on new, difficult tasks.”
~ Daniel Pink, from Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us
As much as TCA focuses on educating the whole child, there seems to be a consistent element of students comparing themselves to each other using academic measures, like grades, and the competitive stakes seem to only increase the older students get and the closer they are to graduation. Rather than just give students what they need to know to make things easy, we want students to do the work of learning and perform the act of knowing...not as a means to an end but as the catalyst for continued and sustained growth as a person contributing to the world around them.
Outside of the school context, the approach should look very similar. Rather than remove obstacles or jump in and rescue, we need to come alongside our children as they navigate challenging dynamics life will always throw at them and provide input and sound counsel. Ultimately, though, we need to let them be the ones to take the next steps towards a solution, even if what they choose to do goes against our better judgment. Easier said than done, no doubt, but critical to helping children build independence and confidence.
We hope your family had a restful Fall Break!
In Partnership,
Justin Peterson
College Pathways Principal
719-487-2000
Please return Federal Impact Aid Forms!
Each year, students enrolled in all Academy District 20 schools are required to complete a Federal Impact Aid form. The Federal Impact Aid Program helps provide funding to all D20 schools, including TCA. The State of Colorado has several federal properties (i.e. military bases, offices, and subsidized housing) that are exempt from certain local and state taxes. Because this land and these employers are not taxed, D20 loses critically needed tax revenues. For students whose parents are in the Uniformed Services, employed on a federal property and/or live on a federal property, or civilian employed on federal property, D20 applies for Federal Impact Aid. Please return this form to the school no later than the week after fall break.
Upcoming Events!
**A calendar of this year’s activities/events can be found here!
1. National Honor Society Food Drive--Monday, October 19 - Friday, October 30
From October 19th through the 30th, we will be collecting non-perishable food items in the CP atrium for The Salvation Army to "Fill the Shelves, Share the Hope." A completely free casual day will be earned if we collect 500lbs of food! This Food 4 Casual, if you will, would happen on the Wednesday and Thursday before Thanksgiving Break. Please join us in this act of charity to help others for the holidays!
2. AirCity 360!--Friday, October 23, 6 - 8 pm
Come join your classmates and friends at AirCity 360! for 2 hours of jumping fun. Pay online ($28) in Infinite Campus in the "School Store" on the left side menu, and be sure to complete your waiver (linked in the payment into) by noon on Friday, October 23.
3. Picture Retakes--Tuesday, October 27, 11 AM - 1 PM
This is the final opportunity for students to get a picture taken for their student ID and the yearbook. If your student is on campus on Tuesdays, he/she may get a picture taken any time during this window. If your student is not on campus on Tuesdays or is a college student who only has classes at PPSC but who has not yet had a picture taken for their student ID, please have them stop by to get this taken care of on this date.
New and Important Information
1. Yearbook orders! Yearbooks can be ordered here (use school code 25097)...watch for the order link to be active soon!
- $45 early bird pricing
- $55 after January 9, 2027
2. Student Clubs - See the latest list of student clubs here! If your student is interested in starting a club, they can find a club form in the front office.
3. Spring '26 State Assessment Scores
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CMAS Assessment Results Available (7thEnglish & Math, 8th English, Math, & Science, 11th Science – access through the Family Portal
CMAS (math, ELA, and science) score reports from April state testing are available in Pearson’s Family Portal. To login you will need your students 10-digit State Student ID which can be found in Infinite Campus. If you need assistance, please reach out to Mrs. Steiner at psteiner@tcatitans.org.
PSAT and SAT Results Available (PSAT9, PSAT10, SAT) from April state testing
To access your PSAT/SAT scores from April state testing, go to the College Board website and create a student account: https://account.collegeboard.org/login/signUp. If you already have an account, please do not create a new one! Sign into your account and you will be able to access your score report. Contact Mrs. Steiner, psteiner@tcatitans.org with questions.
4. Looking for ways to bless our staff? Throughout the year, we try to keep our staff lounge stocked with goodies and snacks for teachers to enjoy on the days they're on campus. Pre-packaged chocolate, nuts, granola bars, chocolate, popcorn, chips, chocolate. etc. are always appreciated. If ever you want to contribute something for this Staff Sunshine Cabinet at any point during the school year, items can be dropped off at the CSP/CP office. Thank you!
5. For those who wish to order school photos, photos can still be ordered here using code 0500CSF.
Community Information
Every time you shop at King Soopers, CP can earn money! Here's how it works:
- To begin, log into your King Soopers digital account. If you already have a digital account, simply link your Shopper’s Card to your account so that all transactions apply toward the organization you choose.
- At the bottom of the King Soopers home page (under "About Us"), click on Community Rewards. You can either search by school name (TCA College Pathways).
- Click "Enroll," and you're done!
TCA College Pathways
Website: tcatitans.org
Location: 12201 Cross Peak View, Colorado Springs, CO, USA
Phone: (719) 487-2000